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Getting in touch with your librarian is even easier! Arapahoe Libraries proudly introduces Chat, a simple way to get in touch with us. Message us using Chat during library hours for a quick response. We're still available by phone or email too. We're here to help! When can I use Chat? Librarians are available to answer chat…

We are so excited to be spending our fourth year in a row at Denver Comic Con! DCC 2018 takes place June 15–17, 2018 at the Colorado Convention Center. Arapahoe Libraries will have a booth with fun activities and some awesome panels throughout the weekend. Exhibit Floor Times Friday 10 am–7 pm Saturday 10 am–7 pm Sunday…

Alexander Hamilton Exhibit Is founding father and visionary Alexander Hamilton more popular today than during his lifetime? If you can’t get enough of this disadvantaged orphan-turned-war hero, you’re invited to relive history and browse the Alexander Hamilton exhibit on display at Koelbel Library, 5955 S. Holly St., November 20-December 17. The exhibit examines Hamilton’s important role in the years leading up to and after the Revolutionary…

Smoky Hill Library is getting a makeover in October! The library will remain open to the public during the entire remodel. Beginning October 2, if all goes as planned, the following sections of the library will be closed. Here’s the approximate timeline: Week of October 2: Upper level of the library will be closed. Week…

Families of young children are invited to stop by any Arapahoe Libraries location from April 17 - May 1 to pick up a copy of the One Book 4 Colorado picture book Mouse Mess by Linnea Riley in either English or Spanish while supplies last. We’ve teamed up with One Book 4 Colorado, who gives away…

Running low on battery power? Have no fear! Several of our libraries have self-service phone charging lockers. Just plug in your phone, close the door and take the key. Your phone will be secure and ready when you need it. How easy is that…

Explore Niche Academy, which boasts online tutorials on databases, social media platforms and more. Enjoy online video introductions for the growing collection of electronic resources available through the library, as well as step-by-step instructions on how to get started using them. It's like having your own librarian, 24/7…

Our newest eBook platform, ODILO, gives you access to thousands of eBooks in Spanish, Russian, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Hungarian, Indonesian and more! It includes content published in native languages and some translations of English titles too. What are you waiting for? Try it today…